USB Blocker

USB ports are a major source of malware compromise, and a common pathway for information leakage and data exposure. The USB ports can be locked down with Intel SBA, and can be customized to block certain types of devices from storing or transferring data. , though, so Intel included password-protected access that bypasses USB restrictions.

These are just a few of the features of Intel SBA. The features themselves are not revolutionary, but the fact that they're built in at the hardware level and provide a single console for managing security and performance are factors that might sway purchasing decisions and help Intel sell more hardware.

As an incentive for resellers and OEMs to stick with Intel and push Intel-based hardware, the Intel SBA interface can be customized and co-branded. Resellers and OEMs can disable unwanted aspects of Intel SBA, or replace components with tools of their own.